Meanwhile, Skaneateles saw most of its starting lineup graduate, which gives all the Class C contenders, including Cazenovia, a chance to finally catch them.

On a neutral field at Solvay, Cazenovia would prove the better of the two Laker sides — at least for now.

Each team had sustained offensive runs in the first half, the defenses absorbing some punishment. Cazenovia pushed its way out front, 8-7, by halftime.

Kleine, Goris and the rest of the Cazenovia back line stepped up in the second half, making the subtle adjustments necessary to keep Skaneateles from coming back while the lead gradually grew.

Cannizzaro had much to do with that success, putting home seven goals and adding an assist. Jaquith followed with three goals and two assists as Gregg scored twice. Volz had a goal and two assists as Dorsey also converted. Skaneateles, in defeat, got three goals from Maddy Morrissey and two goals from Katherine Pille.